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Sony: Early NEX models get LA-EA2 mount adapter firmware

By Imaging Resource, published 17-12-2011

Sony Electronics Inc. has released new firmware for its early NEX-series camera and camcorder models that adds support for the company's unique Translucent Mirror-based Alpha mount adapter, the Sony LA-EA2. In full, the list of camera and camcorder models launched prior to October 2011 which are receiving the new firmware include the NEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3, and NEX-VG10. Available immediately on both Windows and Macintosh platforms, the new firmware updates are detailed in a PDF user manual supplement. For the NEX-series still cameras, the firmware updates don't include any changes over... (read more)

Review: Sony NEX-C3

By TechRadar, published 13-09-2011

OverviewCompact system cameras (CSCs) such as the Sony NEX-C3 are all the rage at the moment. Their promise of DSLR-quality images from a lightweight compact camera form is certainly a tantalising prospect, for snap-shooters and enthusiasts alike. As the Sony NEX-C3's system differs substantially to Sony's Alpha range of DSLRs, a new lens mount and range of optics have been designed specifically for it. A small selection of E-mount lenses is available, including the 18-55mm kit lens supplied with this compact camera. Other lenses include an 18-200mm lens, a 16mm f/2.8 compact prime and a couple of wide-angle converters to be used with the 16mm lens. Sony also offers a lens adapter for its A-mount DSLR lenses, which can greatly expand the range of compatible lenses, although the full-size A...

Sony seriously considering a pro-level SLT

By TechRadar, published 09-05-2011

Sony's next professional camera could have a fixed translucent mirror and an EVF according to Yasuyuki Nagata, Sony Imaging Division Deputy Senior General Manager. He said that Sony is 'seriously considering a professional-level SLT camera', however, 'the company will listen to what its customers demand' before it can reveal its next step.Nagata was speaking exclusively to TechRadar's Angela Nicholson at Sony's recent press launch of the Alpha 77, Alpha 65, NEX-5N and NEX-7 in Athens. His comment followed what was later claimed to be a 'lost in translation slip' in which Sony Europe's President, Fujio Nishida, appeared to say that the company was also about to launch a full-frame camera. For the moment Sony is staying tight-lipped on its plans to replace its only current full-frame DSLR, t...

Round up: Week in camera news

By TechRadar, published 27-08-2011

It's been a busy old week in the world of camera technology, with a whopping 17 cameras and 2 brand new lenses making their debut. Here's our round-up of the week's events complete with links to the full stories.Canon releasesCanon kicked off the announcement frenzy at the start of the week with the introduction of a new Powershot SX150, an IXUS 230 HS and an IXUS 1100HS. The 12x superzoom Powershot SX150 features a 14.1 million pixel sensor and new Intelligent image stabilisation technology. A bunch of creative filters and fun effects can also be found on board. The IXUS 1100HS is the world's slimmest 12x zoom compact camera, and also includes a back-illuminated 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor a touchscreen LCD. Last up from Canon is the IXUS 230 which also boasts superslim credentials, being ...

Sony adds four new cameras to line including the NEX-7, NEX-5N, A77, and A65

By SlashGear, published 24-08-2011

Sony has announced the addition of four new cameras to its lineup. The announcement includes the official launch of the Sony Alpha A77 DSLR that we have been seeing in leaks for a while now. In fact, some specs of the A77 leaked earlier this week. The official introduction is for the Alpha A77 and [...]

Sony NEX-5N: New NEX-series camera offers touch screen, 10fps burst

By Imaging Resource, published 24-08-2011

Next up in a raft of interchangeable-lens camera announcements for the day, Sony Electronics Inc. has unveiled its new Sony NEX-5N compact system camera, a followup to the popular NEX-5. The Sony Alpha NEX-5N has a form-factor very similar to that of its predecessor, but take a closer look and new features abound. A new image sensor upgrades resolution just slightly to 16.1 megapixels, and adds an electronic first-curtain exposure mechanism that allows an astoundingly short prefocus shutter lag of just 0.02 second. Sensitivity ranges from a minimum of ISO 100 equivalent to a new high...(read more)

Compact system camera rumours rounded up

By TechRadar, published 26-07-2011

Compact system cameras are a fantastic compromise between picture quality and size. For those looking for high quality images, but want the convenience of a smaller camera, a compact system model is often the answer.Currently, the CSC (Compact System Camera) market is booming, with models from major manufacturers including Olympus, Sony, Panasonic, Pentax and Samsung. Panasonic was first to join the CSC revolution, launching the Micro Four Thirds sensor camera, the Lumix G1 in Japan back in October 2008. But it's really since Olympus entered the market in late 2009 with the PEN, that we've seen the boom in products. Since launching the vintage styled PEN in autumn 2009, and following it with other spin-off models including the E-PL2, the company has recently launched the third iteration of...

Sony NEX-C3: Compact system camera gets even smaller (previewed)

By Imaging Resource, published 06-08-2011

Sony Electronics Inc. has today announced its latest NEX-series compact system camera, the Sony NEX-C3, and we've just published our hands-on preview with a nearly complete set of test shots. The Sony Alpha NEX-C3 is, says the company, the world's smallest and lightest APS-C interchangeable lens camera, besting the company's aggressively-styled NEX-5. The NEX-C3 is said to be around six percent lighter than its predecessor, and is visibly smaller, in large part due to a shallower, more gently rounded hand grip. The Sony C3 sports a newly developed Exmor APS HD image sensor shared with...(read more)

Sony NEX-C3: Compact system camera gets even smaller (previewed)

By Imaging Resource, published 06-08-2011

Sony Electronics Inc. has today announced its latest NEX-series compact system camera, the Sony NEX-C3, and we've just published our hands-on preview with a nearly complete set of test shots. The Sony Alpha NEX-C3 is, says the company, the world's smallest and lightest APS-C interchangeable lens camera, besting the company's aggressively-styled NEX-5. The NEX-C3 is said to be around six percent lighter than its predecessor, and is visibly smaller, in large part due to a shallower, more gently rounded hand grip. The Sony C3 sports a newly developed Exmor APS HD image sensor shared with...(read more)

Review: Sony A580

By TechRadar, published 02-09-2011

In the five years since Sony's Alpha range was conceived, the camera market has changed decidedly. Notably, the addition of mirrorless models to many manufacturers' stables has provided an alternative means of achieving high-quality results in a small-format body. Being no stranger to innovation itself, Sony has made its contribution with its NEX mirrrorless system and its unique SLT models, yet the four Alpha DSLRs also announced in the past year should alleviate any fears of it abandoning its original system in their favour.Despite this, the similarities between all three of its systems and the company's Cyber-shot range of compacts aren't difficult to spot. With the same innovations eventually filtering from one system to another, the A580 isn't too great a surprise in what it offers, n...